As Mississippi’s “largest college town,” Hinds offers an impressive depth of educational resources that translates into a commanding economic quotient as well. The nine institutions of higher learning in Hinds County have a combined enrollment of approximately 38,000, generating over 17,000 direct and indirect jobs (including 12,300 staff and faculty) with over $3.5 billion annually in direct and indirect investment in the metro Jackson area.
Numbers, however, tell only part of the story: intellectual capital provides yet another crucial currency, pumping vitality into the Hinds workforce and vibrancy into our quality of life that in turn has helped attract a diverse and stable population base. Hinds educational offerings, which include more than 400 degree programs, are a key asset for both community and industry.
In short, it’s a simple equation: good thinking = good business in Hinds, Mississippi's Higher Education Capital.
Hinds County: Mississippi's Higher Education Capital
Education Links
Mississippi Department of Education
www.mde.k12.ms.us
Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning
www.ihl.state.ms.us
National Center for Education Statistics
www.nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cool